Qudus Onikeku's YKProjects premieres Counterpoint, Lagos:
"Counterpoint" What is it?
Generally, we are Encouraged, if not forced, to Ourselves adapted to the pace of the world, HOWEVER there exist a Minority of unreasonable Individuals, Have you Persists in the world has to adapt Trying to Themselves. Meanwhile, in history, all progress depended HAS thesis on "unreasonable" minority.
the IDEA.
Imagine an artsy space brewing with talent and diversity, Where an array of brilliant, creative and conscious "unreasonable" Individuals doing great stuffs, are assembled in the heart of Lagos. Wether They are artists or not, wether They are born here, based here or just passing by. The idea of counterpoint is to create a punctual meeting place, an evening centered around presentations, discussions, encounters and sharing. Aside Being a space for ideas and networking, it is mostly a collaborative space, Where Both artists and non-artists create a triangular blend of Creativity | | Exchange | | Recommendation. This covers various kind of creative expressions, from music to dance, spoken word, poetry, story telling, theater, visual art, architecture, fashion, literature, technology, new media, design and putting spotlight on other unusual ideas by non-creatives in other domains.
the WHY.
When we take a critical look at the creative life of Lagos, one Could Easily record the omnipresence of the official culture, (that of state bureaucracy, religion, celebrity or pop culture) , All which tend to overshadow everything else. HOWEVER, in opposition to the official cultural Any of society - to make balance - we must have a vibrant counter culture That of unconventional and set of practices, Associated with various kind of outsiders (the poor, the immigrants, the activists, the working class and the rebellious artists) Those Who POSSESS a superlative mental power of sensation, perception, memory and imagination. Because more like visionaries, They are the ones Have you lead the way to the unknown. Counterpoint Will Be a space and melting points for Such outsiders.
the POINT.
We Believe That talent, creativity and innovation are the currency That upholds every culture hence, Culture is the bedrock Supporting every development in the society, it is a tool for emancipation and holds true for equal rights, freedom of speech, and democracy. We are of course, a weak unreasonable Minority, Who Have Chosen Arts and dialogue as our navigating compass, Because art establishment and speaks the language of sharing and community - more than a space to network, this is Itself a network, we are not gathering to see complete works of confirmed beings, aim to see genuine intentions and selfless Will has to reach out.
